Location:
Pilbara minesite, Western Australia
Challenge:
A major mining operator operating in the Pilbara identified a safety and manual handling risk associated with the placement and removal of wheel chocks on heavy haul trucks.
Traditional wheel chocks required operators to work in close proximity to large vehicle wheels, increasing exposure to potential hazards on site. A safer, more practical method for handling wheel chocks was required while remaining compliant with strict mine site safety standards.
Solution:
OEM Group® worked closely with the site team, who initially developed sketches to address the identified pain point. The in-house Design and Engineering team reviewed the concept and refined it into a fully engineered Wheel Chock Trolley tailored for mine site use.
The design prioritises safety and functionality, incorporating foldable handlebars that can be locked down when not in use. When folded, the trolley is positioned out of harm’s way, reducing trip and strike risks within active work areas.
The trolley is fitted with large heavy duty wheel chocks W1105 suitable for vehicles and haul trucks up to 150 tonnes. Lightweight aluminium construction was selected to improve manoeuvrability and ease of use, while maintaining durability in harsh mining environments.
Outcome:
The project was completed and the final design delivered to site. The Wheel Chock Trolley provides a safer and more efficient method for placing and removing wheel chocks, reducing manual handling risks and supporting safer day-to-day operations.
The solution delivers a practical, fit-for-purpose outcome aligned with mine site safety expectations.
Feedback from a very satisfied customer operating within a major Pilbara mining operation:
OEM Group supplied a wheel chock trolley that is well designed and built to suit our truck fleet. It has improved safety by reducing manual handling risks and introducing a more practical, one-size solution for wheel chock management. OEM Group was professional to work with, delivering a solution that met requirements and was implemented efficiently on site.
